Every once in awhile you’ll see articles that talk about how terrible Christian fiction is. As an avid reader (I read over 75 books a year) and writer (I’ve seen 20 books + 3 repackages in print in ten years) I avidly disagree. Christian fiction can fill a gaping hole in our world and communicate messages we desperately need. Can Christian fiction …
Creating B.O.C. Time
Very few writers only write. Most of us are juggling multiple jobs, both inside and outside of the home. So how do we find time to write? What I’m finding is it changes with the season my family and I are in at that moment. One thing I have learned very well is that without consistent time with my butt on a chair (B.O.C), I will never, ever, ever meet my writing goals and deadlines.
What Fuels Your Writing?
If you’ve been writing for any length of time, you know that it can be a hugely draining endeavor. You will spend hours plugging away at your keyboard praying that what you are writing will sometime be read and appreciated by others. And if you’re realistic, you know there are no guarantees that will happen. Writing is a tireless dictator. …
The Power of Words
I make my living with words. Whether’s it’s teaching graduate classes at a Big Ten university or writing, words are my livelihood. I’ve had a love affair with words since I learned to read. I still vividly remember being a first grader and told I couldn’t read a book because it was at a sixth grade level. Guess which book …
Preparing for ACFW’s National Conference
Attending a conference is nerve-wracking. Let’s face it, you’re taking huge risks by going. Going to @Acfwconference or another #writers #conference? @Cara_Putman shares advice. Click To Tweet You’ve invested a lot of money: registration, hotel, airfare, some meals, and other incidentals. You’ve invested who you are – by attending you’re joining the ranks of those who have moved from …
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